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The “gooooooodtimes” have come to an end with the passing of Matt Baker, a popular radio DJ and former cruise director for cruise lines Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, and Princess Cruises. “Mr. Goodtimes” Baker, who passed away earlier this week, was known for his vibrant personality, a deep passion for music – often spotted singing and playing the guitar on gigs – and his magical … [Read more...]

Lorraine Bencivengo-Ziff, known as the Goddess of Slots, invites casino players and travel lovers to join her on a five-night cruise aboard Virgin Voyages’ Valiant Lady. Experience Premium Gaming at Sea The Dominican Daze voyage, which sets sail from Miami, FL, on September 12, 2025, offers a unique chance to cruise with Lorraine and enjoy premium gaming at sea. Fans of the Goddess of Slots can … [Read more...]

Carnival Corporation, the world’s largest cruise company, has added more solar power to two of its cruise ports in the Caribbean.Puerto Maya in Cozumel Mexico Carnival added solar power to the Mahogany Bay Cruise Center in Roatan and to Puerto Maya in Cozumel, Mexico. In Mahogany Bay, the 400 solar panels is expected to supply 60-70% of the port’s power needs. In Cozumel, solar power will provide … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean is making so much good progress on its next new cruise ship, that it's once again bumping up the first sailing.Star of the Seas will debut in August 2025, but will now have her first sailing August 20."We have an updated timeline for the arrival of Star of the Seas at Port Canaveral," Royal Caribbean said in an email to guests booked on the first sailings. "Building such a large … [Read more...]

Heidi BucoloHeidi is a physical therapist by profession, cruise enthusiast at heart, and Princess all the time! She is a self-confessed thrill seeker, obsessive planner, and over-packer. She is always looking for the latest and greatest adventures onboard and ashore, enjoys researching top things to do in ports of call, and loves dressing up for formal nights.See all author posts Source: … [Read more...]

A cruise passenger who just got off the ship is warning others about a critical issue about being on time. Cruise vacations are unlike other types of vacations for a myriad of reasons.  You wake up in a different place every morning, you live in a cashless society, and you can typically eat from dozens of venues for no extra cost. But the most important rule of cruising is being on … [Read more...]

Have our travel agency partner get you a free quote for a Royal Caribbean cruise State of residence State Which ship? What type of cabin would you like? Where are you interested in cruising? Source: Royalcaribbeanblog.com … [Read more...]

Today, we are sharing a preview of the merchandise offered in Dory’s Forget-Me-Knots aboard the Disney Treasure from our recent sailing. <img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" data-attachment-id="71580" … [Read more...]

The iconic and much-celebrated SS United States has gained great attention over the past few months as her ultimate fate has been decided and the grand old dame made her slow and stately way to Mobile, Alabama to be prepared for scuttling as the world’s largest artificial coral reef. The exact location of that reef might not be where originally anticipated, however, as another Florida county … [Read more...]

Ruby Princess in San Francisco (Photo Credit: Iv-olga) Before guests can sail to paradise aboard Princess Cruises’ Ruby Princess, they will first need to make it through the embarkation process in a cruise terminal that is known for being less than ideal.  The upcoming 16-night sailing to Hawaii is due to set sail from San Francisco, California, on March 19, 2025. Originally, … [Read more...]

Yo ho, yo ho, it’s NOT a pirate’s life for guests currently onboard Cunard Line’s Queen Anne – which is in the middle of her 111-night maiden world cruise.  However, the 2024-launched cruise ship did get an (uneventful) taste of the pirate life while sailing in the Sulu Sea on March 14-15, 2025, which is located within the Philippine Archipelago.  As these waters are known to have … [Read more...]

A mysterious murder of a cruise ship passenger during a Mediterranean cruise has found its way into the spotlight again, nearly 20 years after the incident shocked passengers and made headlines. On March 13, 2025, the UK’s new true crime drama, “The Push,” premiered, diving into some of the most bewildering criminal cases from around the world. The very first episode? “Murder on a … [Read more...]

Margaritaville at Sea launches the Sip & Surf Flash Sale, offering major discounts, free drinks, Wi-Fi, and a Kids Sail Free deal for 2026 sailings. Margaritaville at Sea has launched the Sip & Surf Flash Sale, providing exceptional benefits for travelers on upcoming cruises. During this promotional period, travelers can avail themselves of five complimentary beverages, free Wi-Fi for one … [Read more...]

Jan Swartz, Carnival Corp.’s executive vice president of strategic operations, announced last month that she is planning to leave in April after nearly a quarter-century with the company. Swartz spoke with cruise editor Andrea Zelinski, and while she offered no hints as to what’s next for her, she did discuss the challenges presented by overtourism, the Trump administration’s interest in cruise … [Read more...]

Packing can be more convoluted than a game of championship Tetris for some cruise travelers, especially on longer sailings or when guests might be a wee bit prone to overpacking. Guests should know, however, that they are responsible for their own packing and cannot expect help from Carnival crew members or their equipment. One frustrated guest has reached out to Carnival Cruise Line’s Brand … [Read more...]

Sarah Bretz, ContributorSarah has been writing about the cruise industry since 2015, and in that time has taken a dozen cruises and counting. Her favorite onboard activities include trying the casual dining options, spending time in the spa’s thermal suite, and attending the love & marriage show. You can keep up with her on Instagram at @IAmSarahJaneB.See all author posts Source: … [Read more...]

Silversea has unveiled its World Cruise 2028, An Ode to the Moment. Departing Miami for the first time on a Silversea World Cruise, Silver Shadow will set sail on January 5 and arrive in Nice on May 16, calling in 58 destinations in 29 countries, including 17 overnights. Designed by Silversea’s leading destination experts, the 132-day voyage will unlock the unique cultures and histories of the … [Read more...]

Prana by Atzaró’s latest East Indonesian adventure is the Whale Sharks & Dragons Expedition,a 7-night, 8-day voyage from Komodo to Sumbawa. Encounter majestic Komodo dragons in their natural habitat and snorkel alongside graceful whale sharks, explore some of the world’s most pristine coral reefs, and meet manta rays, sharks, schooling fish, and turtles along the way, and experience … [Read more...]

Silversea has unveiled its new brand positioning, To Finding More. Now live across the company’s channels and platforms, the reimagined brand expression establishes new codes of luxury. Prioritizing emotion and authenticity, To Finding More positions Silversea guests as the creators of their own stories. A new visual language and distinctive tone of voice speak to their innate curiosity and … [Read more...]

Ambassador Cruise Line has announced a Wicked line up of acts set to join guests on the multi-generational sailings taking place this summer. Perfect for families seeking a magical holiday at sea, Ambassador’s family-friendly entertainment lineup will bring together world-class performers including top tribute acts, dazzling illusionists and more. Further adding to Ambassador’s outstanding … [Read more...]